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Hey all. got a sore, red, swollen gum on the left side. no tooth pain or discomfort. have sinus issues though. could a sinus infection cause it?

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Probably not: Your sinuses do not communicate with gum tissue around your teeth. You may have an infection that is draining, therefore no pain (no internal pressure). Please see a local dentist for evaluation.

Answered 3/13/2020

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

Unlikely: Possible but unlikely. Likely cause is dental. See your dentist or oral surgeon for evaluation.

Answered 4/23/2015

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Not related: Usually, dental infection of the teeth and gums can cause sinus infection and not the other way around.

Answered 1/26/2021

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No: More likely due to tooth/teeth infection and/or gum infection. These infections require treatment. A pill won't cure, and neither will hoping the problem will self correct. Please call your Dentist.

Answered 3/13/2020

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